Erie Cattaraugus County Community Source 5/5/23

NCCF Announces Spring 2023 Community Grant Awards

Gowanda Sports Report

Gowanda Sports Report

CCHD ANNOUNCES UPCOMING ANIMAL RABIES IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

Rabies Immunization Clinics Scheduled for May 13th in Hanover and May 20th in Westfield

BY BILL PEGLOWSKI

PEGLOWSKI

GOWANDA — The No. 2

Gowanda Varsity baseteam had a Class C Figame May 28 against Portville at JamesCommunity Col-

Unfortunately for Gowanda, Portville was 11-game winning and had a 6-foot-6 left-handed pitcher who already getting looks major league teams.

GOWANDA — The No. 2 Gowanda Varsity baseball team had a Class C Final game May 28 against No. 1 Portville at Jamestown Community College. Unfortunately for Gowanda, Portville was on an 11-game winning streak and had a 6-foot-6 left-handed pitcher who was already getting looks from major league teams.

Dunkirk, N.Y., April 27, 2023- Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) envisions a vibrant, prosperous community rich in opportunity today and tomorrow. NCCF strives to realize this vision through leadership, collaboration, local philanthropy, and strategic grantmaking. The Community Grants Program of NCCF awards grants to organizations seeking funding to improve and strengthen the northern Chautauqua region. Recently, NCCF’s Board of Directors approved Community Grants totaling $107,223 to be awarded to 20 local organizations.

After two scoreless innings, Portville got started in the 3rd when a Portville was put on first after being hit by a An errant pickoff attempt at second sent runner to third. That followed by another throw at third, alPortville to score first run. Portville on to score four in the inning and looked back.

After two scoreless innings, Portville got things started in the 3rd inning when a Portville batter was put on first base after being hit by a pitch. An errant pickoff attempt at second sent the runner to third. That was followed by another missed throw at third, allowing Portville to score their first run. Portville went on to score four runs in the inning and never looked back.

dison Kota both doubled, with Kota’s hit scoring two Gowanda runs. In the bottom of the inning, a bad throw to third base allowed Falconer to score a run. Another Kota double in the 2nd inning scored two more Gowanda runs taking the score to 4-1. Both teams were able to score single runs in the 3rd inning before a scoreless 4th. Gowanda’s three-run advantage disappeared in the 5th inning with Falconer scoring three runs. With the score tied at five, Gowanda moved back into a tworun lead after both Stevens and Nagel doubled to get on base and eventually score.

is September 1, 2023. Details are available at nccfoundation. org/grants-programs. NCCF’s Grants Committee, made up of volunteers from the community, carefully reviews all letters of interest and applications received. Current Grants Committee members are Jill Casey (Committee Chair), Adam Dimitri, Ann Eckman, Jody Falkner, Margaret Ferris, John Hamels, Cathy Kaicher, Alex Murphy, Rich Ryan, and Kurt Warmbrodt. Nancy Adams Fry serves as the President of NCCF.

dison Kota both doubled, with Kota’s hit scoring two Gowanda runs. In the bottom of the inning, a bad throw to third base allowed Falconer to score a run. Another Kota double in the 2nd inning scored two more Gowanda runs taking the score to 4-1. Both teams were able to score single runs in the 3rd inning before a scoreless 4th. Gowanda’s three-run advantage disappeared in the 5th inning with Falconer scoring three runs. With the score tied at five, Gowanda moved back into a tworun lead after both Stevens and Nagel doubled to get on base and eventually score.

North Collins on June 2 at Ken-Ton Parker Field.

While Eden did score first, Gowanda answered that goal just 22 seconds later with Chloe Luther’s goal of her own. Eden went on to take a 3-2 lead to an 8-4 advantage. Eden went into halftime with a 9-5 lead.

MAYVILLE, N.Y.: The Chautauqua County Health Department has announced two free rabies vaccination clinics. Animals must be pre-registered to receive vaccinations. Vaccinations will be provided free of charge to all dogs, cats, and domesticated ferrets three months of age and older.

The Community Grants Program is supported by many generous donors to NCCF’s Community Funds. To contribute to an existing Community Fund or to create your own Community Fund at NCCF, visit our website at nccfoundation.org, email nccf@nccfoundation.org, or call our office at 716-3664892 for more information.

While Portville rolled pitching a shutout, Gowanda piled up six erthe game helping Portville to pile up a total nine runs. Gowanda were put down in in the final inning 9-0 loss.

While Portville rolled on pitching a shutout, Gowanda piled up six errors in the game helping Portville to pile up a total of nine runs. Gowanda batters were put down in order in the final inning for a 9-0 loss.

The No. 3 GowanVarsity softball team No. 1 Falconer in Class C finals on May Allegany-Lime -

Organizations receiving funding in the 2023 Spring Community Grants Program are: The 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Ahira Hall Memorial Library, Boys and Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua County, Cassadaga Lakes Association Inc., Chautauqua County Agricultural and Fair Association, Chautauqua County Music Teachers Association, Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth, Chautauqua Township Historical Society, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, Darwin R. Barker Library, Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse, Fredonia Community Choir, Festivals Fredonia, First United Methodist Church of Fredonia, Imagine Forestville, KIDS at Promise, Northshore Arts Alliance, Sheridan Historical Society, St. Columban’s on the Lake, and YWCA of Jamestown Additional grant award details can be found at nccfoundation. org/grant-awards.

After Gowanda’s Gao:wisa:s Stevens was as the first at-bat, Cameron Nagel and Ad-

— The No. 3 Gowanda Varsity softball team faced No. 1 Falconer in the Class C finals on May 31 at Allegany-Limestone. After Gowanda’s Gao:wisa:s Stevens was walked as the first at-bat, Cameron Nagel and Ad-

The 7-5 score held for Gowanda into the 7th inning. Gowanda was unable to increase their lead bringing up Falconer’s final chance. Their first batter blasted a triple into right center field. That was followed by a double and two singles before Gowanda locked down a first out. The score was 8-8 with two runners on base. The next Falconer batter was intentionally walked loading the bases with one out. The next batter hit a single, ending the game as an 8-7 Falconer win.

The 7-5 score held for Gowanda into the 7th inning. Gowanda was unable to increase their lead bringing up Falconer’s final chance. Their first batter blasted a triple into right center field. That was followed by a double and two singles before Gowanda locked down a first out. The score was 8-8 with two runners on base. The next Falconer batter was intentionally walked loading the bases with one out. The next batter hit a single, ending the game as an 8-7 Falconer win.

In the second half, the score went to 11-7 with Eden’s 11th point being scored on a falling shot with 16:05 left in the game. A minute later, a yellow card foul called on Eden gave Gowanda a two-minute, one-player advantage, and they made good use of it. Luther scored on the following free shot. Before the advantage ran out, Luther scored again followed by a goal by Lily Scanlan.

— The No. 2 Gowanda Varsity girls lacrosse team played the Class D finals against No. 1 Eden/

Community Grants are awarded biannually in the Spring and Fall of each year. The deadline to submit a letter of interest for the next round of Community Grants

Since its incorporation in 1986, the NCCF has invested more than $20 million in northern Chautauqua County through strategic grantmaking, targeted scholarships, and leadership and community collaborations. The NCCF is a tax-exempt charitable organization inherently committed to enhancing the northern Chautauqua community and encouraging local philanthropy. As a nationally accredited community foundation, the NCCF has proven compliance with the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, demonstrating integrity, equity, accountability, transparency, and effectiveness in meeting the needs of its community. For more information on the NCCF, visit www.nccfoundation. org or call 716-366-4892.

— A handful of Gowanda track team members were at the Section VI Track & Field State Qualifier on June 3 and 4. The highlight for the Gowanda’s boys was a 13th place finish for Noah Vogtli (18-5.5) in the Long Jump. For the Gowan da girls, Crissa Scanlan placed 15th in the Shot Put (27-6.75).

SCOREBOARD

The first clinic will be on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the Town of Hanover Highway Dept, 11966 Hanover Rd. Silver Creek, NY. The Hanover clinic is co-sponsored by the Town of Hanover, the Village of Silver Creek, and Chautauqua County Health Department. Dr. Katie Ball will be the attending veterinarian.

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BY SHARON RINEHART, MAS

TER GARDENER

JAMESTOWN, NEW

YORK (May 1, 2023) –Cornell Cooperative

Extension of Chautauqua County’s Master Gardener Volunteer Program is excited to announce the 2023 “Evening in the Garden” educational programming. Evening

In the Garden takes place on the third Wednesday of the month at the Master Gardener demonstration garden. This is where gardening techniques are tested. This handson experience provides opportunities for questions and learning.

Our first Evening in the Garden will be held on Wednesday, June 21,2023, at 6:00 pm. The topic for the evening will be “Let’s talk tomatoes.” You will learn

Gowanda had pulled to within a point of Eden at 11-10, but that would be as close as they would get. Eden scored four unanswered goals while managing to control the ball. With 5:30 left in the game, Eden was content to just pass the ball around to keep it away from Gowanda. The time ran out with a 15-10 Eden win. Leading the Gowanda effort was Chloe Luther with seven goals and three assists. The other three Gowanda goals were scored by Ke’Ya Stevens (1 goal, 1 assist), Lily Scanlon (1 goal) and Aailyah Stevens (1 goal).

Pre-Registration for Clinics is Required

Sunday, May 28

-Portville 9, Gowanda 0

Softball

Tuesday, May 31

North Collins on June 2 at Ken-Ton Parker Field. While Eden did score first, Gowanda answered that goal just 22 seconds later with Chloe Luther’s goal of her own. Eden went on to take a 3-2 lead to an 8-4 advantage. Eden went into halftime with a 9-5 lead. In the second half, the score went to 11-7 with Eden’s 11th point being scored on a falling shot with 16:05 left in the game. A minute later, a yellow card foul called on Eden gave Gowanda a two-minute, one-play er advantage, and they made good use of it. Lu ther scored on the fol lowing free shot. Before the advantage ran out, Luther scored again fol lowed by a goal by Lily Scanlan.

-Falconer 8, Gowanda 7

Boys Lacrosse Class C Finals

To pre-register online for the May 13th Town of Hanover clinic visit: https:// on.ny.gov/449M0sD.

— A handful of Gowanda track team members were at the Section VI Track & Field

“Father’s Day BBQ Train”

-Lake Shore 11, East Aurora 5

Girls Lacrosse

The second clinic will be on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Town of Westfield Highway Dept., 118 Chestnut St. Westfield, NY. The Westfield clinic will be co-sponsored by the Town of Westfield, the Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue, and Chautauqua County Health Department. Dr. Katie Ball will be the attending veterinarian.

— The No. 2 Gowanda Varsity girls lacrosse team played the Class D finals against No. 1 Eden/

Thursday, June 2

-Eden 15, Gowanda 10

Track & Field June 3 & 4

Gowanda had pulled to within a point of Eden at 11-10, but that would be as close as they would get. Eden scored four unanswered goals while managing to control the ball. With 5:30 left in the game, Eden was content to just pass the ball around to keep it away from Gowanda. The time ran out with a 15-10 Eden win. Leading the Gowanda effort was Chloe Luther with seven goals and three assists. The other three Gowanda goals were scored by Ke’Ya Stevens (1 goal, 1 assist), Lily Scanlon (1 goal) and Aailyah Stevens (1 goal).

-Gowanda Boys – Noah Vogtli, 13th, Long Jump, 8-5.5

-Gowanda Girls – Crissa Scanlan, 15th, Shot Put, 27-6.75

owners should pre-register online as soon as possible. If you register, but decide not to attend the event, please cancel your appointment so the spot is available for another pet. You can cancel appointments via the confirmation email you receive when you register. Walk-ins may be accepted, but are not guaranteed.

Also, one train will depart on Sunday, June 19th, at 2:00pm only. All trains will travel to the village of South Dayton. The NYLE train station is located at 50 Commercial Street, ¼ mile east of Route 62 in Gowanda, NY.

Also, one train will depart on Sunday, June 19th, at 2:00pm only. All trains will travel to the village of South Dayton. The NYLE train station is located at 50 Commercial Street, ¼ mile east of Route 62 in Gowanda, NY.

The scenic train ride will be approximately a 2

ensure proper and effective vaccination; clinic staff will confirm previous rabies vaccination records. All dogs must be on a leash. All cats must be in individual carriers. Animal handlers will transport animals from the vehicle to the veterinarian for vaccination.

The scenic train ride will be approximately a 2

purchased online at “nylerailroad.com.” Lapsters (2 & under) will ride free, Fathers will ride free. Ticket window is located at the Train Station and will be open at 10:00am on Saturday and 1:00pm on Sunday. NYLE asks that passengers with pre-purchased tickets bring a confirmation of their purchase with them.

hour round trip including a layover at the village of South Dayton outside “Father’s Lunch”. A few vendors will be set up in the village for passengers to browse and explore! Tickets and “Weidners BBQ” meals may purchased online “nylerailroad.com.” Lapsters (2 & under) ride free, Fathers ride free. Ticket is located at the Train Station and will be 10:00am on Saturday 1:00pm on Sunday. asks that passengers pre-purchased tickets bring a confirmation their purchase with

-Gowanda Girls – Crissa Scanlan, 15th, Shot Put, 27-6.75

-Silver Creek Boys – Alex Proknal, 11th, 400M Dash, 54.19

-Silver Creek Boys – Alex Proknal, 11th, 400M Dash, 54.19

-Silver Creek Girls – Grace Mullen, 8th, Discus, 87-1; Alivia Penman, 11th, Triple Jump, 30-9

To pre-register for the May 20th Town of Westfield clinic visit: https://on.ny.gov/426F0ee

There are a limited number of spots available, so pet

2023 Evening in the Garden Series Dates Announced

topics for Evening in the Garden include:

Wednesday, July 19th 6:00pm: “Biodiversity in the Garden”. Learn sustainable garden practices to support pollinators and wildlife.

Wednesday, August 16, 2023: “In the Fall Think Spring”. Learn how to prepare your garden bed for winter and overwinter hearty annuals!

The Master Gardener Program is one of many programs offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County (CCE-Chautauqua).

At the clinics, vehicles will enter and follow the established traffic pattern on-site. Pet owners will stay in their vehicles with their pets, unless otherwise instructed. Pet owners must bring previous rabies vaccination records for each animal receiving a shot to

-Silver Creek Girls – Grace Mullen, 8th, Discus, 87-1; Alivia Penman, 11th, Triple Jump, 30-9

New York State Public Health Law requires each dog, cat, and domesticated ferret over the age of four months be vaccinated against rabies. County residents are encouraged to be responsible pet owners by having their pets vaccinated.

Rabies is a very serious

disease of warm-blooded animals caused by a virus. Raccoons, bats, skunks, and foxes are common disease carriers. The virus is transmitted to humans and animals through saliva and can enter the body through a bite, scratch, or open cut. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system and can cause brain swelling and ultimately death within days of the onset of symptoms. For more information about the clinic and rabies in general, visit https://chqgov. com/environmental-health/ rabies-prevention or contact Chautauqua County Health Department at (716) 753-4481.

Audubon Volunteer Recognition

Picnic is Friday, May 12

Jamestown, N.Y. – In 2022, 255 individuals logged 8,483 volunteer work hours at Audubon Community Nature Center (ACNC).

On Friday, May 12, 2023, 4 – 6:30 p.m., a fun-filled picnic will celebrate a year of Audubon’s volunteer accomplishments, honoring those who reached significant milestones within the 2022 calendar year, ranging from 100 to 3,000 hours of service.

“Reflecting on the past, and looking towards the future” is the theme for the event that includes a free picnic dinner for all current ACNC volunteers. Non-volunteers are welcome for $8 each, $6 Nature Center Members.

about choosing the right variety for your family and your garden site. Other discussions will include new varieties of tomatoes –shapes, sizes, and color. You will learn tomato growing tips to have a bountiful harvest this year and subsequent years! Master Gardener chairperson for Evening in the Garden, Wickie Stapleton, will discuss techniques that are research based on Cornell University.

The demonstration garden is located on the campus of Jamestown Community College 525 Falconer Street Jamestown, NY It is located by the Physical Education Building on Curtis Street, right behind the tennis courts. Parking is located off Curtis Street.

Future dates and

CCE-Chautauqua is a subordinate governmental agency with an educational mission that operates under a form of organization and administration approved by Cornell University as agent for the State of New York. It is tax-exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The association is part of the national cooperative extension system, an educational partnership between County, State, and Federal governments. As New York’s land grant university Cor nell administers the system in this state. Each Cornell Cooperative Extension association is an independent employer that is governed by an elected Board of Directors with general oversight from Cornell. All associations work to meet the needs of the counties in which they are located as well as state and national goals. For more information, call 716-664-9502 or visit our website at www.cce. cornell.edu/chautauqua.

Cornell University Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.

Reservations are required by Tuesday, May 9. Volunteers are asked to call the Nature Center at (716) 569-2345 to register. Non-volunteers can call or register online through “Programs and Events” at AudubonCNC.org.

Volunteers work in every department at ACNC, taking care of the trails, gardens, animals, and buildings; performing data entry, store inventory, animal care, and cleaning; leading nature walks, working festivals and events, providing programs and outreach; in addition to serving on the board and other administrative committees — just to name a few. Their accomplishments are many.

Those being honored for reaching their hour milestones in 2022 include Barb Conklin for 3,000+ hours, Bonnie Bowen for 2,000+, and John Hyde and Olivia Sechriest for 1,000+.

Don Dove, Joe O’Hara, Paul Swanson, Mary Jane Whaley and Catherine Willard all achieved 500+ hours, and Louise Boutwell, Janaette Coleson, Jerry Hildom, Mark Mason and Linda Trostle reached 250+.

Jan Barrelle, Nilla Ecklof, Andrew Harrington,

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On Friday evening, May 12, Audubon Community Nature Center’s Volunteer Recognition Picnic will honor and celebrate its volunteers who reached hour milestones for 2022. The outdoor Stephanie Frucella Education Pavilion provides a lovely space for the gathering.

Dinah Hovey, Sue Lampo, Janet Laurin – TRC group lead, Gregg Leonard, Mae Piotrowski, Rachel Roushey, Catherine Simpson and Maia Tome will be recognized for reaching 100+ hours of recorded volunteer time.

A number of these volunteers are registered with RSVP, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program.

Audubon Community Nature Center is located at 1600 Riverside Road, onequarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, N.Y., and Warren, Pa. You can visit the nearly 600-acre nature preserve, check in on the live birds of prey, and hike over five miles of trails dawn until dusk daily for free.

The three-story Nature Center building houses interactive displays, a collection of live animals including the Hellbender

exhibit, the 2022 Nature Photography Contest winners, and the Blue Heron Gift Shop. Visitors are welcome Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1 - 4:30 p.m. Nature Center members and SNAP/ EBT cardholders have free building admission daily. Building admission is also free every Sunday for nonNature Center members.

To learn more about Audubon and its many programs, call (716) 569-2345, find Audubon Community Nature Center on Facebook, or visit AudubonCNC.org.

Audubon Community Nature Center builds and nurtures connections between people and nature by providing positive outdoor experiences, opportunities to learn about and understand the natural world, and knowledge to act in environmentally responsible ways.

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Pictured above, a veterinarian administering a vaccination.

Mother’s

Learn the meanings behind popular Mother’s Day flowers

sentiments that are often

Flowers are a popular

present to bestow on Mother’s Day, as they can brighten a room and bring a sweet aroma to any household.

While any flowers may ultimately suffice on Mother’s Day, gift givers may want to select flowers for Mom that convey specific messages. The language of flowers has been recognized for centuries. Though perhaps not as heralded as it once

was, flower symbolism persists to this day. Here’s a look at some of the meanings behind certain types of flowers to help guide Mother’s Day gifting.

• Amaryllis: These plants start as bulbs and are naturally springblooming flowers. The name comes from the Greek word “amarysso,” which means “to sparkle,” and they symbolize pride.

• Aster: These daisy-

like flowers are delicatelooking perennials. Asters make great gifts because they symbolize love and daintiness.

• Begonia: There are more than 2,000 types of begonias, and the flower symbolizes deep thoughts.

Begonias were made famous by French horticulturist Michel Bégon, who thought the blooms looked like beautiful girls.

• Bleeding heart: These

flowers are red and pink blossoms that look like the perfect heart shape with a teardrop at the bottom. They’re beautiful and symbolic of love and affection.

• Buttercup: These are associated with youthfulness and cheerfulness and can call to mind childhood days spent picking buttercups and holding them under chins to reveal that you like butter. The flower is known for its beauty and innocent charm.

• Camellia (white): White camellias stand for purity and innocence, but they also symbolize admiration and respect. Camellias make beautiful additions to any bouquet.

• Daisy: Daisies are happy-looking flowers, and according to Norse mythology they represent motherhood and children.

• Delphinium: Delphiniums come in pink, white and blue varieties and embody youth and renewal. They’re a good pick if you want to convey a continued or renewed affection for a person.

• Tulip: Tulips with an orange hue are thought to represent understanding and appreciation. They can express appreciation for Mom or another special person. Yellow tulips symbolize happiness, while pink tulips are symbolic of love. Red blooms should be reserved for sweethearts.

Various flowers symbolize feelings people want to express to their mothers, grandmothers and other special women on Mother’s Day.

Surprise Mom with a special dessert in her honor

Mothers selflessly devote themselves to their children from infancy into adulthood.

A mother’s love never wanes, and she’s always ready and willing to step in and put her children first.

Mother’s Day is a great chance for men, women and children to honor the special women in their lives. Delicious homemade treats can show mothers just how much they’re appreciated and adored. Try this tasty recipe for “Cold Mango Soufflés Topped with Toasted Coconut” from “The Complete Mexican, South American & Caribbean Cookbook” (Metro Books) by Jane Milton, Jenni Fleetwood and Marina Filippelli.

Cold Mango Soufflés Topped With Toasted Coconut (Makes 4)

4 small mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped

2 tablespoons water

1 tablespoon powdered gelatine

2 egg yolks

1⁄2 cup superfine sugar

1⁄2 cup milk

11⁄4 cups heavy cream Grated rind of one orange

Toasted flaked or coarsely shredded coconut, to decorate

Place a few pieces of mango

in the base of each of four 2⁄3-cup ramekins. Wrap a creased collar of nonstick parchment paper around the outside of each dish, extending well above the rim. Secure with adhesive tape, then tie tightly with string. Pour the water into a small heatproof bowl and sprinkle the gelatine over the surface. Leave for 5 minutes or until spongy. Place the bowl in a pan of hot water, stirring occasionally, until the gelatine has dissolved.

Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolks with the superfine sugar and milk in another heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and continue to whisk until the mixture is thick and frothy. Remove from the heat and continue whisking until the mixture cools.

Whisk in the liquid gelatine.

Puree the remaining mango pieces in a food processor or blender, then fold the puree into the egg yolk mixture with the orange rind. Set the mixture aside until starting to thicken.

Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. Reserve 4 tablespoons and fold the rest into the mango mixture. Spoon into the ramekins until the mixture is 1 inch above the rim of each dish. Chill for 3 to 4 hours, or until set.

Carefully remove the paper collars from the soufflés. Spoon a little of the reserved cream on top of each soufflé and decorate with some toasted flaked or coarsely shredded coconut.